2008 Tata Indigo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Tata Indigo and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Tata Indigo | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indigo | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |